When it comes to houselessness, I support and will advocate for practical solutions and methods that combine both compassion and efficiency. That is why I support and have been advocating for:

- Medicaid dollars to provide shelter.
- Assisted Community Treatment programs (ACT)
- Mobile clinics
- Protecting funds to the Department of Health and the Department of Human Services

Both Departments have faced pressure for massive cuts especially in the wake of the Trump administration's federal cuts. Together with my colleagues we refused to defund these Departments as they continue to provide services and programs to help our most vulnerable population out of difficult situations.

At the same time, I'm proud to be able to partner with stakeholders such as the Waikiki Business Improvement District's successful Safe & Sound Initiative to ensure that they have the funds they need, from the state, to carry out a successful program. I've also fought hard for grant funding to the Waikiki Community Center to ensure that they can continue to help support A.L.I.C.E ( Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families so that they don't fall into the cycle of homelessness.

Houselessness continues to be a major priority of mind because I know it is a major priority for you. When re-elected, I will continue to work with stakeholders and the legislature on solutions to help our most vulnerable communities.